Planning

CPU 7387 Housing Fire Safety Systems

NOTTINGHAM CITY COUNCIL

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Planning

18 Nov 2025 at 15:34

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Nottingham City Council is spearheading the procurement process for a comprehensive fire safety systems contract, titled “CPU 7387 Housing Fire Safety Systems.” This contract involves the installation and maintenance of fire safety systems within the Nottingham area, under the industry category of works with additional services. The projected budget is £3 million (excluding VAT) over a four-year period. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a proposed contract period from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2030. This open procurement method offers a competitive opportunity for businesses, as it is below the threshold for open competition.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in fire safety services, including those experienced in fire alarms, smoke detection, risers, sprinkler systems, and fire extinguishing equipment. The project is particularly suitable for contractors capable of delivering innovative solutions that offer value for money. With a focus on planned preventative maintenance and system upgrades, businesses with a strong track record in fire safety systems and the ability to adapt to evolving needs will find this contract aligns well with their expertise and offers prospects for sustained business growth over the contract's term.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CPU 7387 Housing Fire Safety Systems

Notice Description

Housing Services - Fire Safety Systems Service Installation and Maintenance contract. PS3million (excluding VAT) contract over 4 years Nottingham City Council Housing Services is seeking to appoint a Contractor who will be responsible for the Fire Safety Systems, Monitoring and Suppression systems. The Contractor will carry out the planned preventative maintenance, fault repair and installation of our: 1. Fire Alarms and Fire Protection Equipment / Aspirating Smoke Detection Systems (VESDA) 2. Dry Risers / Wet Risers / Pump Sets 3. Sprinkler Installations 4. Automatic opening vents (AOVs) 5. Fire Extinguishers & Fire Blankets During the contract term the installation works shall be subject to change and approval by the Authority prior to each years planned investment strategy. It is the intention of the Authority to replace equipment and embrace innovation to provide efficient services whilst demonstrating a clear value for money investment.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e38b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074872-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

31625100 - Fire-detection systems

31625200 - Fire-alarm systems

45343000 - Fire-prevention installation works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20252 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NOTTINGHAM CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@nottinghamcity.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG2 3NG
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
Delivery Location
TLF14 Nottingham
Local Authority
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham East

Further Information

Notice Documents

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